AI Tools That Actually Work

Why it matters

• ✓Free CRM tier handles contacts, deals, and email tracking — no credit card needed.
• ✓Automated email sequences so new leads get a reply within minutes, not days.
• ✓Pipeline view shows every deal at a glance — know exactly what's pending.

Quick start

1. 1Sign up for HubSpot Free CRM and import your contacts (CSV or manual).
2. 2Create one deal pipeline with stages: Lead → Estimate Sent → Booked → Completed.
3. 3Set up a simple follow-up sequence: auto-email 1 hour after form submission.

Why it matters

• ✓See exactly which keywords your competitors rank for — then target the gaps.
• ✓Site audit catches technical SEO issues before they tank your rankings.
• ✓Local SEO toolkit tracks your Google Business profile and map-pack visibility.

Quick start

1. 1Start a Semrush trial and run a site audit on your domain.
2. 2Use Keyword Magic Tool to find 10 local keywords (e.g., "body shop near Caddo Mills").
3. 3Check Organic Research for your top competitor — see what they rank for that you don't.

Why it matters

• ✓Templates for blog posts, ad copy, emails, and social posts — fill in the blanks and go.
• ✓Brand voice feature learns your tone so output sounds like you, not a robot.
• ✓Saves hours per week: first drafts in minutes instead of staring at a blank page.

Quick start

1. 1Sign up for Jasper and complete the brand voice setup (paste 2–3 sample paragraphs).
2. 2Pick the Blog Post template and generate a draft for your top service keyword.
3. 3Edit for accuracy, add your own experience, and publish — aim for one post per week.